Favorite US Navy Photos for 2013

SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 27 2013) Seaman Jonathan Amaya, from Morristown, N.J., salutes the Navy Jack aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) during morning colors. Lassen is one of seven U.S. Navy destroyers forward deployed to Yokosuka, Japan and is on a patrol in the western Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ramon G. Go/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Jan. 9, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Elizabeth Mongkhonvilay, left, and Airman Jesse Korkki, right, raise the national ensign during morning colors on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is pierside at Naval Air Station North Island undergoing Planned Incremental Availability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Giovanni Squadrito/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 5, 2012) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) operates in the Arabian Sea during sunset. John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Yeoman 3rd Class James Stahl/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jan. 14, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) is moored in Yokosuka, Japan during a snow storm. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mel Orr/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 18, 2013) Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit attach a cargo pendant to an MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during an ammunition on-load. Kearsarge is conducting sea trials in preparation for a scheduled deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Corbin J. Shea/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 10, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) secure a supply bag from a fueling hose during a replenishment-at-sea with the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201). Winston S. Churchill is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Chase/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Jan. 23, 2013) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 757) arrives in Souda Bay. Alexandria is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 30, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Kevin Williams directs an F/A-18C Hornet from the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Jason Ogletree signals to a firefighting party during a mass casualty training exercise on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is conducting training and carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tony D. Curtis/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Jan. 30, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey assigned to the Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266, departs the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD 17). San Antonio is participating in Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the Coast of the U.S. in preparation for a deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lacordrick Wilson/Released)

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SILVERDALE, Wash. (Jan. 30, 2013) Electrician's Mate 2nd Class Ryan Hortizuela strikes his sparring partner during Auxiliary Security Force baton training on Naval Base Kitsap Bangor. Sailors are handpicked by their commands to partake in the three-week training that provides extra security to aid the base in the event of an increased force protection requirement. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice William J. Blees/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 6, 2013) Lt. Ron Rumfelt signals for the launch of an EA-6B Prowler from the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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SASEBO, Japan (Jan. 24, 2013) Fire Controlman 2nd Class Nikolaus Martinez, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), lowers the national ensign aboard the ship during its scheduled deployment. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is on deployment in the U. S. 7th Fleet area of operations and will take part in amphibious integration training (AIT), and certification exercise (CERTEX) and will participate in the annual multi-national combined joint training exercise Cobra Gold. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Achterling/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 2, 2013) An EA-6B Prowler from the Wizards of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133 launches off from the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 5, 2013) A final checker signals for the launch of an F/A-18C Hornet of the Golden Dragons of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 192 on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 8, 2013) Final checkers signal for the launch of an F/A-18F Super Hornet from the Black Aces of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 41 on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 8, 2013) Chief Personnel Specialist Maricela Rees, from Wildomar, Calif., stacks cases of soda aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG 53) during a replenishment-at-sea. Mobile Bay is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Armando Gonzales/Released)

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NAVAL AIR FACILITY MISAWA, Japan (Jan. 10, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Omar Palmer, a native of Washington, D.C.,and assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 10, signals to a P-3C Orion aircraft as it taxis on the Naval Air Facility (NAF) Misawa flight line. VP-10 is currently deployed in northern Japan at NAF Misawa in support of the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alfredo Rosado/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 12, 2013) Sonar Technician 2nd Class Kristopher Sharpe, left, practices nonlethal tactics on Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Jasmaine Brooks after being sprayed with oleoresin capsicum during security reaction force training aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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SAIPAN (Jan. 11, 2013) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS La Jolla (SSN 701) moors alongside the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40). La Jolla is in Saipan for a scheduled port visit during its deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ricardo Danan/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 19, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Dominic Sharkey, from Pine Bluff, Ark., and Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Sherod Payne, from Columbus, Ohio, clean the internal 20 mm M61A2 lightweight Gatling gun from an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Tophatters of strike fighter squadron (VFA) 14 in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN) 74. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Marco Villasana / Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 14, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 1st Class Brian Adams, from New York, directs an F/A-18E Super Hornet from the Tophatters of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14 aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Dec. 19, 2012) An SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 approaches the guided-missile destroyer USS Decatur (DDG 73) during a vertical replenishment. Decatur is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 15, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) conducts flight operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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TUBBATAHA REEF (Jan. 22, 2013) The mine countermeasures ship USS Guardian (MCM 5) sits aground on the Tubbataha Reef. Operations to safely recover the ship while minimizing environmental effects are being conducted in close cooperation with allied Philippines Coast Guard and Navy. (U.S. Navy photo by Naval Aircrewman (Tactical Helicopter) 3rd Class Geoffrey Trudell/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Jan. 25, 2013) Chaplain Lt. Andrew Edwards baptizes Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Jessica Matos aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Feb. 02, 2013) Buffalo Bills cheerleader Emily Wilhem from Buffalo, N.Y., signs a photo for Aviation Boatswain's Mate Airman Apprentice Yunxi Li from Los Angeles, aboard the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Erin Devenberg/RELEASED)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (Jan. 31, 2013) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Michael Caruso and Boatswain's Mate Jonathan Cole move away after connecting a hoisting sling onto an SH-60F Sea Hawk helicopter aboard the amphibious command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mel Orr/Released)

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (Feb. 4, 2013) The guided-missile frigate USS Nicholas (FFG 47) enters Souda Harbor. Nicholas is homeported at Naval Station Norfolk and currently deployed conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley/Released)

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PASO ROBLES, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2013) Builder Constructionman William Reaws, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 3, readies 40mm grenades to fire from the Mk19 grenade launcher during a weapons qualifications and familiarization exercise held at Camp Roberts. Approximately 400 Seabees from NMCB 3 received training on the M240B and Mk2 .50-caliber machine guns, the Mk19 and M203 grenade launchers, and the AT4 rocket launcher in preparation for a deployment scheduled later this year. NMCB 3 provides combatant commanders and Navy component commanders with combat-ready warfighters capable of general engineering, construction and limited combat engineering across the full range of military operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Chris Fahey/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (Jan. 31, 2013) Lance Cpl. Jason Hallett, assigned to Naval Medical Center San Diego's (NMCSD) Wounded Warrior Battalion-West Detachment, receives a coin from Vice Adm. Michelle Howard, deputy commander, U.S. Fleet Forces. The purpose of Howard's visit was to tour the C5 facility and raise morale of wounded, ill and injured service members. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Clay M. Whaley/HIPAA Complete)

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USS BONHOMME RICHARD, LHD-6, At Sea - Private First Class Loc C. Huynh, a rifleman with Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, enjoys the sunshine from the flight deck here, Feb. 7. Huynh had an uphill battle to achieve the kind of life that has taken him around the world. Born in Vietnam and raised in Compton, Calif., Huynh began his American journey as a non-English speaking immigrant yet persevered through a dangerous childhood to become a United States Marine. The 31st MEU is the only continuously forward-deployed MEU and is the Marine Corps’ force in readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.

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GULF OF THAILAND (Feb. 19, 2013) Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Patrick Dewberry, assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), braces himself as an MV-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 takes off. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is deployed in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility and taking part in Cobra Gold, a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored multinational joint exercise designed to advance regional security by exercising a robust multinational force from nations sharing common goals and security commitments in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Achterling/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 16, 2013) An MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 takes off from the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Iain L. Stratton/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 10, 2013) Aviation ordnancemen lift ordnance to be loaded on an F/A-18C Hornet from the Golden Dragons of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 192 aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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SULU SEA (Feb. 24, 2013) The mine countermeasures ship USS Guardian (MCM 5), which ran aground on Tubbataha Reef Jan. 17, getting hit by heavy waves. The U.S. Navy and contracted salvage teams continue damage assessments and the removal of equipment and parts to prepare the grounded ship to be safely dismantled and removed from Tubbataha Reef. The U.S. Navy continues to work in close cooperation with the Philippine authorities to safely dismantle Guardian from the reef while minimizing environmental effects. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Anderson Bomjardim/Released)

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CHARLESTOWN, Mass. (Feb. 17, 2013) Logistics Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jessica Carey, assigned to USS Constitution, removes snow from the ship's spar deck. Constitution is the world's oldest commissioned warship afloat. (U.S. Navy photo by Sonar Technician (Submarine) 2nd Class Thomas Rooney/Released)

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SAN DIEGO BAY(Feb. 11, 2012) Sailors shift colors on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson is underway conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class George M. Bell/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 01, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuels) Airman Gavin Snyder, left, and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuels) 1st Class Mark Davidson pull a fuel hose across the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). Bush is conducting carrier qualifications in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Read Castillo/Released)

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EAST CHINA SEA (Feb. 2, 2013) -Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) 47 assigned to Naval Beach Unit (NBU) 7, approaches the well deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group, currently on deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations, will take part in amphibious integration training, certification exercise, and participate in the annual multi-national combined joint exercise Cobra Gold. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jerome D. Johnson/Released

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EAST CHINA SEA (Feb. 2,2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (handling) Airman Benjamin Ekwedike, assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), moves a AV-8B Harrier jet onto an aircraft elevator in the hanger bay. (U. S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Achterling/Released

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (Feb. 6, 2013) A P-8A Poseidon assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 16 is seen in flight over Jacksonville, Fla. (U.S Navy photo by Personnel Specialist 1st Class Anthony Petry/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2013) U.S. Marines and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel disembark from Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1648 in the well deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Boxer is currently underway off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher B. Janik/Released

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 9, 2013) An AV-8B Harrier from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 (Rein.) lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is participating in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) off the East Coast of the U.S. in preparation for a deployment this spring. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Abraham Essenmacher/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 13, 2013) A Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block 1A interceptor is launched from the guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Erie (CG 70) during a Missile Defense Agency and U.S. Navy test in the Pacific Ocean. The SM-3 Block 1A successfully intercepted a target missile that had been launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands, Kauai, Hawaii. (U.S. Navy photo/Released)

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NORFOLK (Feb. 17, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Oscar Austin

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is guided into port by tugboats. The ship returned to Naval Station Norfolk following a seven-month independent deployment to the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nick Scott/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 16, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) is underway in the Pacific Ocean. Carl Vinson is conducting Precision Approach Landing System (PALS) and flight deck certifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy A. Hazel/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 26, 2013) Sailors load an RIM-7M missile into the NATO Sea Sparrow Missile System aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower departed Naval Station Norfolk on a deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations and Theater Security Cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Andrew Schneider/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 21, 2013) Sailors clear the area as an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 picks up cargo from the flight deck of the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a replenishment-at-sea with the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74).(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 2, 2013) Seaman Gregory Clayton from Atlanta stands watch aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Brian Wilbur/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (March 1, 2013) A Sailor assigned to the littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) spends time with his family before his departure on a deployment to the Asia-Pacific region.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class John Grandin/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 3, 2013) MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopters assigned to the Wildcards of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 take turns transporting cargo during a replenishment-at-sea aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5). Peleliu is the flagship for the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and, with the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Michael Duran/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 9, 2013) A C-2A Greyhound from the Providers of Fleet Combat Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30 launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 14, 2013) The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109)

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transits in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. Jason Dunham is deployed with the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 19, 2013) A color guard detail stands in formation during a burial at sea aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is deployed as part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group with embarked Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (26th MEU) supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Tommy Lamkin/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (March 20, 2013) Chief Construction Mechanic Elisia Correa from Construction Dive Detachment Alpha, part of Underwater Construction Team (UCT) 2 out of Port Hueneme, Calif., checks her gear before a dive during a structural pile restoration at the Hotel piers on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean Furey/Released)

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LANGKAWI, Malaysia (March 27, 2013) An F/A 18 Super Hornet performs a high-speed climb during the 2013 Langkawi International Maritime Aerospace and Exhibition (LIMA 13). Aircraft and personnel of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force are supporting the 4-day exhibition and aerial demonstrations March 26-30. Events such as LIMA 13 help contribute to increased understanding and interoperability which supports region stability and security throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific Region. (U.S.Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alfredo Rosado/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (March 25, 2013) A landing signal enlisted clears an AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 214 to take off during flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD4). Boxer is underway conducting training off the coast of Southern California. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason T. Poplin/Released)

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EVERETT, Wash. (March 30, 2013) Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) as the ship gets underway. Nimitz departed its homeport of Everett, Wash., for a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Kole E. Carpenter/Released)

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EVERETT, Wash. (March 30, 2013) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) passes by Mt. Baker as it departs for a scheduled deployment from its homeport, Naval Station Everett. Nimitz will complete its sustainment exercise off the coast of Southern California before continuing on its western Pacific Deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nathan Lockwood/Released)

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U.S. 7TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 30, 2013) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Holly Degroot directs an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Ignacio D. Perez/Released)

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Equation said:

Go for it bro...ask for her contacts(cell phone numbers and social network)! Because you know I would.

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kwaigonegin said:

true! The BEST time in your life to ask for a girl's number is when you're in uniform!!! .... not that I would know anything about it of course!

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SOUDA BAY, Greece (March 10, 2013) Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) handle line as the ship prepares to depart Souda Bay, Greece, after a port visit. Barry, homeported out of Norfolk, Va., is deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Josh Bennett/Released)

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PANAMA CITY, Fla. (March 5, 2013) An MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter assigned to (HM) 14 lands at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division after conducting airborne mine countermeasure training in the Joint Gulf Test Range in the Gulf of Mexico. (U.S. Navy photo by Ron Newsome/Released)

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Naval Air Station North Island CA. (March 5, 2013) A Sailor assigned to the Providers of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30 directs a C-2A Greyhound at Naval Air Station North Island. VRC-30 provides detachments supporting the joint combatant commanders to deliver high-priority logistics support to aircraft carriers. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Conor Minto/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 3, 2013) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Hue City (CG 66) direct the midships span wire during a replenishment-at-sea with the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Medgar Evers (T-AKE 13). Hue City is on a deployment to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. Navy's 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Matthew R. Cole/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 1, 2013) Pilots of an MH-60R Sea Hawk assigned to the Wolf Pack of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 75 take off from the deck of the guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) as the ship transits the Strait of Hormuz. Stockdale is part of the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group and is currently operating in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David Hooper/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (March 11, 2013) The littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a scheduled port visit during a deployment to the Asia Pacific region. LCS platforms are designed to employ modular mission packages that can be configured for three separate purposes: surface warfare, anti-submarine warfare or mine countermeasures. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tiarra Fulgham/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Feb. 22, 2013) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Nick Kotoun, right, and Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Julius McGowan, center, hook a cargo net to an SH-60B Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Proud Warriors of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light (HSL) 42, Det. 7, as Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Archie Folks signals during a vertical replenishment exercise aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Deven B. King/Released)

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KURE, Japan (March 16, 2013) -- Senior Chief Interior Communications Electrician Duane Carr leads a group of Marines to their manning the rails station as U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) pulls into Kure, Japan for a port visit. Blue Ridge port visits represent an important opportunity to promote peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, demonstrate commitment to regional partners and foster growing relationships. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mel Orr/Released)

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(March 20, 2013) GULF OF ADEN Airman Jacob T. Townsend guides an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Wildcats of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 131 onto a catapult aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility promoting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Andrew Schneider/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 20, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 3rd Class Carissa M. Smith pulls an arresting gear wire on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brian Read Castillo/Released)

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U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (March 22, 2013) An aircraft breaks formation over the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth Abbate/Released

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SAN DIEGO (March 24, 2013) The amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) enters the dry-dock at the National Steel and Shipbuilding Company. The ship is undergoing an 18-month maintenance and upgrade period and expects to return to the fleet in 2014. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Joe Kane/Released)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (April 16, 2013) Ship's Serviceman 2nd Class Shawnar Miller, from St. Croix, Virgin Islands, retrieves the national ensign on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). George H.W. Bush is conducting training operations in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Timothy Walter/Released)

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POLARIS POINT, Guam (April 3, 2013) Sailors aboard the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS San Francisco (SSN 711) secure mooring lines in Apra Harbor. San Francisco is conducting operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jeffrey Jay Price/Released)

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PEARL HARBOR (April 2, 2013) Sailors man the rails aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93) as it departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for an independent deployment to the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. The ship and its crew will conduct integrated operations in conjunction with allies and partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Diana Quinlan/Released)

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BANGOR, Wash. (April 3, 2013) Capt. John Tolliver, commander of Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 17, and Cmdr. Kevin Schultz, Gold crew commanding officer of the ballistic missile submarine USS Alabama (SSBN 731), watch from the bridge as Alabama returns to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following a 108-day strategic deterrent patrol. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Ed Early/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (April 3, 2013) Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) heave in a mooring line as the ship departs. Nimitz left San Diego for a sustainment training exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Raul Moreno Jr./Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 3, 2013) Marines assigned to the Death Rattlers of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323 handle ordnance on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz and Carrier Air Wing 11 are currently underway participating in a Sustainment Training Exercise in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacquelyn D. Childs/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 10, 2013) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Isia Washington, from Atlanta, directs as an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 lands on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). The John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Ignacio D. Perez/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 10, 2013) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter from the Eightballers of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 8 carries ordnance from the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) to the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during a weapons transfer. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Katarzyna Kobiljak/Released)

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WASHINGTON (April 13, 2013) Sailors assigned to the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard pour water from the Seven Seas and Great Lakes into the fountains of the outdoor plaza at the Navy Memorial during the Blessing of the Fleet ceremony. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David A. Frech/Released)

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YOKOSUKA, Japan (April 17, 2013) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Airman Mickey Waldron, from Sand Lake, Ore., right, and Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Anthony Norwood, from Hinesville, Ga., celebrate a successful evolution during a general quarters drill on the flight deck of the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interest of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacob I. Allison/Released)

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GUANTANAMO BAY (April 23, 2013) Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kathleen Gorby conducts underwater photography training off the coast of Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The Underwater Photo Team of Expeditionary Combat Camera conducts semi-annual training. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shane Tuck/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 25,2013) Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Tim Kammerer, left, and Nevaeh Kammer, from Moorpark, Calif., wait to ride on an aircraft elevator to the flight deck in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). The John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group, consisting of Stennis, CVW-9, Destroyer Squadron 21 and guided-missile cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG-53), is returning from an eight-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Ignacio D. Perez / Released)

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